"Assistant Director (3-year contract), Business Families Institute"

• Employment Type: Contract
• Experience Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Country: Singapore | Closing On 15 Mar 2026
• Working Arrangement: Hybrid

About Us

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

Job Description

• Plan, develop and lead the implementation of strategies to meet strategic goals in close consultation with the Academic Director.
• Develop relevant educational programmes to serve the needs of family businesses.
• Cultivate a network of knowledge partners to create events and learning platforms.
• Advance relationships with internal and external stakeholders, as well as lead the BFI Outreach and Training team.
• Manage fund development activities, including cultivation and stewardship of donors.
• Lead and oversee public and media relations, marketing and communications.
• Oversee and support the preparation of the annual budget and other financial reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree with 8 to 12 years of work experience in pedagogical design, management of educational programmes, large-scale event management, digital marketing tools and family business outreach, preferably in an academic institution or training establishment.
• Stakeholder relationship management or experience working in or with family businesses/family offices/High net worth individuals/families is preferred.
• Proven track record of leading change and organizational growth through strategic planning.
• Knowledge of the family business space and able to work well with business families globally.
• Experience in fund development, marketing, public relations and communications.
• Cross-functional capabilities, to acquire support, garner resources and engage stakeholders.
• Excellent leadership and general management skills.
• Strong communications (written and spoken), interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Able to lead, inspire, motivate and maintain collegial work style.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• High level of professionalism and commitment, and the ability to adapt and be flexible.

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Candidates who do not possess the stipulated qualifications but have relevant work experience may still apply. Remuneration and appointment terms shall commensurate with qualifications and experience. SMU reserves the right to modify the appointment terms where necessary.

Posted On 13 Feb 2026